Expect a high of 51 degrees that feels more like 39, with an overnight low of 24. Forecasters predict it will be very windy; cloudy with a chance of rain this afternoon.
Throughout the day, wind will be blowing south at 25.3 miles per hour.
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What to know about Thursday’s Ottawa County weather
With high wind forecast in the upcoming days, be sure to follow these safety tips from the National Weather Service.
- If there is a high wind warning, seek shelter inside or in a basement.
- If you’re driving and not near a sturdy building, drive to an area where away from trees or powerlines.
- If you can’t access a sturdy building nearby, slow down and keep both hands on the steering wheel.
- Keep distance from big vehicles like trucks or buses.
- Cold and flu: The weather will not significantly impact the risk of catching a cold, nor the severity or duration of a cold. The weather will not significantly impact the risk of catching the flu, nor its severity or duration.
- COPD and arthritis: The risk of a pulmonary attack due to weather conditions is low. There is a high risk of weather-related arthritis pain. The weather makes arthritis pain more likely to be severe and of longer duration. Plan activities accordingly.
Weather almanac: How Thursday’s forecast compares to other years
Historically, this day is usually a bit wet, with an average 0.08 inches of precipitation.
The forecast high is above average for this time of year. The 30-year average maximum temperature for Dec. 18 is 36 degrees. The forecast low is one degree cooler than the established normal of 25 degrees.
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